1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1968 Steyr 650T

To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1970 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 1968 Steyr 650T
Make Rolls-Royce Steyr
Model Silver Spur 650T
Year Released 1992 1968
Engine Size 6748 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2470 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 1850 mm


 

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